Medical Credit Controller (Radiology)

ProDevelopment Group; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding support

Collaborative environment

Career growth

Competitive package

Job summary

Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc. is seeking an Accounts Administrator (Credit Control) at our Head Office in Alberton. You will manage medical aid debt collection, maintain debtor days below 25, and liaise with hospital staff and members to ensure timely payments.

The role requires Matric, 2+ years in credit control within healthcare, and strong Word/Excel/Outlook skills. You’ll work in a fast-paced radiology environment with a focus on accuracy, patient care, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Matric with relevant credit control exposure preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities essential.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage workload in a healthcare finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet financial targets and deadlines.
• Review aged analysis and identify areas of concern.
• Reconcile remittances from medical aid and action rejections.
• Review PMB benefit claims, ICD-10 coding and resubmit for payment.
• Understand scheme rules for allocated medical aids.
• Maintain debtor days below 25.
• Use diary system and follow up daily.
• Respond to member queries promptly and professionally.
• Share knowledge with colleagues and maintain calm under pressure.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Matric

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

HIMS

Job description

Job Title:

Accounts Administrator (Credit Control)

Location:

Head Office – Alberton

Our Values:

Customer Focused, Communication, Commitment, Continuous Improvement, Value our Colleagues and Ethical Behaviour.

Are you interested in…

Joining a dynamic team where you can make a real impact in patient care? Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc. are looking for passionate, skilled professionals to join our fast-paced, supportive environment where teamwork and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.

We offer:

• Comprehensive onboarding and support.
• A collaborative environment and commitment to continuous team development through Arbinger training and principles.
• An opportunity to grow and expand your skills, constantly challenging yourself and advancing your career.
• A competitive salary package and benefits.

Your typical day in a radiology environment includes:

• Working closely with the rest of the team to provide superior diagnostic and interventional services.
• Collaborating with physicians and healthcare providers to ensure accurate, timely patient diagnoses.
• Managing patient care with compassion and professionalism, ensuring comfort and safety throughout their visit with us.
• Contributing to a fast-paced, evolving environment where your skills are valued and continuously honed.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric. Qualification / Certification relevant to Credit Control advantageous
• Intermediate Word, Excel, Outlook
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a healthcare environment
• Experience with collection of medical aid debt across a broad spectrum of the healthcare market
• Computer literate, preferably on systems such as HIMS within a healthcare environment and able to adjust to using different technologies.
• Experience working in Credit Control in a Radiology environment advantageous
• The ability to plan and prioritise workload is crucial
• High level interpersonal skills and able to develop and maintain positive relationships with branches, hospital staff, patients and medical aids
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with people clearly and effectively at all levels (both verbal and non-verbal communication)
• Great attention to detail, accuracy and ability to work under pressure
• Stable track record

Main Responsibilities:

• Meeting financial targets and strict deadlines.
• Review and understand your aged analysis and identify areas of concern.
• Reconcile remittances from the medical aid and take the appropriate action on any rejected account(s).
• Review all rejected claims for PMB benefits, review ICD10 coding and resubmit to the funds for payment.
• Understand and apply the scheme rules for your allocated medical aids.
• Maintain the outstanding debtor days below 25 days.
• Use the system diary effectively and action the diary notes daily.
• Respond to member queries - telephonic or in writing within the same day.
• Share knowledge and skills with your colleagues.
• Always remain calm and professional regardless of the circumstances.
• Take responsibility for a query and follow through to finalization.
• Ensure you understand the POPI Act legislation, the protection of the disclosure of information of our patients / members and our own staff members and the impact thereof on our practice.
• Ensure you live the vision and values of the company:
• Company Mission statement: to be recognized as a leading world class radiology practice, providing high quality customer focused radiology services, efficiently and effectively.
• Company Values: Customer Focused, Communication (professional, clear, empathetic, factual, active listening), Commitment, Continuous Improvement, Value (respect and appreciate) our Colleagues, Ethical Behaviour
• Perform other appropriate tasks and responsibilities assigned within the scope of your job function, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Hours of Work:

• Monday – Friday on a bi-weekly rotational basis:

07:30 – 16:00 or 08:00 – 16:30

We support an inclusive work environment and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities. A reasonable range of mobility is however essential in the medical field, including support staff.

Why Choose Us?

At Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc, we focus on compassionate patient care and strong teamwork. We offer a supportive, connected work environment that’s fast paced but less formal, with directors who are hands-on and closely involved with the team. We have many long serving employees, celebrating 10, 15, 20, and a few 30 years of service. We are proud to partner with the University of Johannesburg in training clinical staff and maintain an open-door policy, with a flat management structure.

We’re working to integrate Arbinger principles throughout our organisation, helping us cultivate a mindset of growth, collaboration, and mutual respect.